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(… LOO-koh-VOR-in KAL-see-um)
This chemotherapy combination contains the drugs fluorouracil and leucovorin calcium. Combinations usually work better than single drugs because different drugs kill cancer cells in different ways.
| FU | = Fluorouracil |
| LV | = Leucovorin Calcium |
Each of the drugs in this combination are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat cancer or conditions related to cancer.
Use in Cancer
FU-LV is used to treat:
This combination may also be used with other drugs or treatments or to treat other types of cancer.
More About FU-LV
Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary – Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.
